What grades does Sharpe Elementary School serve?

Sharpe Elementary School operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Benton area.

Where is Sharpe Elementary School located?

Sharpe Elementary School is a rural school in Benton, KY.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sharpe Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sharpe Elementary School is 14.8:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Benton, KY?

Schools in Benton include Sharpe Elementary School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Benton area.

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Sharpe Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Benton, Kentucky|Marshall County

Benton, KY 42025

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Tue

National IT Professional DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Sep

Sat

HR Professional DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

Christmas Break - No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Dec

Fri

Christmas DayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

311

Student:Teacher

14.8:1

Locale

Rural

District

Marshall County

Econ. Disadvantaged

59.5%

Phone

(270)898-2852

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

35-39%

Math Proficiency

15-19%

Chronic Absenteeism

6.9%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

40 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.9:1

Near average in KY

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

305

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

21.32

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.52999997

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,559

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,681

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$18,552

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 13%State 54%Local 33%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

22.9%

Below 150% poverty line

2.8%

Unemployment rate

7.1%

Uninsured residents

7.7%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

785

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

709

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

227 (32%)

Other Health Impairment

126 (18%)

Specific Learning Disability

97 (14%)

Intellectual Disability

83 (12%)

Autism

72 (10%)

Emotional Disturbance

17 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

276

Current enrollment

Declining(-15% 5yr)

Coming Up

Tue, Sep 15, 2026

National IT Professional Day

Staff Day

Sat, Sep 26, 2026

HR Professional Day

Staff Day

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Fall Break

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Marshall County. Sharpe Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	National IT Professional DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Sat, Sep 26, 2026	HR Professional DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Dec 25, 2026	Christmas DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Christmas Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Flex PD Day (No Students)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 1, 2027	National School Breakfast WeekDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Mar 19, 2027	Flex PD Day (No Students)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	National Administrative Professional's DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, May 4, 2027	National Teacher DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—